Chapter 344 Death Sentence
Chapter 344 Death Sentence
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Derrick stared at Cameron in disbelief, his face pale. The idea of being forced by Christina and Cameron to apologize to Suzanna left him feeling trapped and uneasy.
He had already been more than forgiving with Suzanna. Even after she wronged him and tried to shift the blame onto him, he held back his anger for the sake of family unity and to spare their parents from further stress. But his patience had limits.
At first, Derrick had thought Suzanna’s behavior was just a lapse in judgment, something that could still be salvaged. So, he used every bit of his influence as a lawyer to delay her court date and potential prison sentence. Suzanna’s heart condition was like a ticking time bomb–he knew that if her condition worsened, she could be eligible for medical parole. This was the only reason he was still stalling for her.
But Melody’s legal team wasn’t easy to deal with, and he could tell that Melody hadn’t gotten involved in the matter yet.
With his experience, he could still handle Melody’s lawyers for now, but this wasn’t a sustainable solution.
Once Melody caught on and took things to court, Suzanna wouldn’t stand a chance against her.
Suzanna, however, was oblivious, stirring up trouble and filling Cameron and Christina’s heads with misguided ideas, turning them against Melody.
Watching Cameron fiercely defend Suzanna, Derrick couldn’t help but feel a grim sense of déjà vu, as if he were looking at his former self–the self that had paid a steep price.
“Apologize? To Suzanna?” he laughed bitterly. “She’s the last person I’d ever apologize to. She deceived Gary, and used me to go after Melody!”
“Everyone’s quick to point fingers at Melody, but who remembers everything she’s done for the Shields?” His voice was hard as he continued, “Mom, you were one of the first to use YM Cosmetics, weren’t you? You know its quality. You know it didn’t contain white artemisia, the ingredient Suzanna claims made her allergic!”
His tone sharpened with finality. “From this moment on, I’m done with Suzanna’s case. Let’s see her face the court on her own.”
Derrick’s words left no room for doubt–he had made up his mind. If he continued to shield Suzanna, keeping her close to Christina and the Shields, the family would never know peace. It would be better for everyone if she were to serve time and finally confront her actions.
From now on, he wouldn’t meddle in Suzanna’s fate.
Suzanna, standing nearby with tear–streaked eyes, seemed smaller, almost childlike in her guilt. She stepped closer, reaching out to grab Derrick’s sleeve, her eyes welling up even more. “Derrick, you’re still angry with me, aren’t you?” Her voice wavered. “I was just… scared. I panicked and lost control, and I shouldn’t have tried to pin it on you.”
“Derrick, please, just this once … can’t you forgive me?”
But this time, Derrick didn’t give in. He pulled away from her touch with a cold detachment.
“Suzanna, actions have consequences. If you’re truly sorry, then we’ll meet in court,” he said icily. “Don’t worry–I’m guilty too. I helped cover for you, didn’t I?”
“Let’s both face the law’s judgment.”
Derrick’s gaze was cold and resolute. He couldn’t keep enabling Suzanna’s reckless behavior. With that, he turned, fully prepared to walk out of the suffocating hospital room, where he couldn’t stand to be a moment longer.
But just as he reached the door, Christina grabbed his arm, her voice sharp with accusation. “Derrick, what is the meaning of this? If you won’t defend your sister, who will? You’re my son, and you’re not going anywhere. You’ll stay here and keep fighting for Suzie! With her health as fragile as it is, prison would be a death sentence!*
Christina clung to his arm, disregarding his clear reluctance. In her mind, the family was family–they had to stick together,
no matter the cost.
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Chapter 344 Death Sentence
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“Death sentence? Let her die then!” Derrick’s voice, raw and unfiltered, cut through the air like a whip. His eyes were wide with fury, his temples throbbing as he fought to keep his boiling rage from spilling over.
A heavy silence filled the room, and Suzanna shrank back, stunned by Derrick’s sudden, unrestrained anger.
